Although China’s banks have continued to show strong results in the Top 1000, there are signs of cracks emerging with continued economic pressure.
Asia-Pacific
China’s banks excel but economy stutters
July 4, 2022While China’s biggest banks have held on to their places at the head of the Top 1000 ranking, the country’s economy is showing signs of strain.
CommBank tops Asia-Pacific table
July 4, 2022In the Asia-Pacific excluding China and Japan table, Australia has enjoyed another successful year, with South Korea also making a strong appearance.
China’s big four remain at top of ranking
July 4, 2022There is little change at the top of the Top 1000 World Banks ranking, as Chinese megalenders keep a tight grip on the top four places.
Japan’s banks feel the strain, but MUFG remains on top
July 4, 2022Japan’s banks have struggled during the past year, with declines in Tier 1 capital seeing them slide down the 2022 ranking.
Indonesia’s banks stage solid recovery
July 4, 2022After a difficult year in the 2021 Top 1000 ranking, many Indonesian banks have improved their positions in 2022.
Digital banks make inroads in South Korea
July 4, 2022The emerging digital banking sector in South Korea, led by KakaoBank, is racing ahead of the incumbents.
Taiwan’s banks hold steady in their ranking
July 4, 2022Taiwan’s banks, backed by the country’s solid GDP results, have maintained their overall positions in the Top 1000 ranking.
India’s banks navigate competitive landscape
July 1, 2022After a difficult period immediately before the Covid-19 pandemic began, India’s banks are now moving forward in renewed health.
State of play: India’s banks in 2022
July 1, 2022Mergers and acquisitions, and rising revenue from digital payments, are boosting the size of State Bank of India’s main competitors.